| Residential Roofing |
How Do I Know I Need A New Roof?
There are certain warning signs that indicate a roof is no longer effective.
Here are some of the most common symptoms and how they occur and why. |
 Curling
If the tabs show severe curling, your roof may be vulnerable to shingle blow off, seepage, and water damage. This is especially evident in older roofs where the moisture build-up in the attic affects the underside of the shingle. |
 Buckling
Roof deck movement can cause a visible distortion along the horizontal line of the shingles. The overlying tabs are raised over the buckles and become vulnerable to blow-off. Quite frequently this problem is the result of poor attic ventilation. |
 Cracked Or Broken Shingles
Look closely for the fine cracks in the shingle surface. Also check for broken, torn or missing shingles. These are all problem areas that will allow water seepage and increase the potential for damage to the structural integrity and the interior of your home. |
 Leaking Valleys
Holes in valleys are the most critical area of concern. High water volumes travel in the valley, making them the number one cause of interior damage. Immediate roof replacement should be carried out when this occurs. |
 Missing Shingles
Deteriorated shingles that have lost their strength are easily blown off by high winds. Without immediate repair water damage will soon follow. |
| Your Roof Protects An Important Investment |
 Your home will probably be the largest investment you ever make. Like most investments it requires critical evaluation from time to time in order to maintain its integrity, it will need upkeep periodically. Every roof has a limited effective lifetime which will vary based on the quality of the equipment used, the skill of the installers, the technology used and natural conditions. You should make it a point to look critically at your roof every year to ensure that is capable of protecting your investment. For thorough evaluation call a professional.
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